Bio-Techne Announces Commercial Release Of New SARS-CoV-2 Multi-Antigen Serology Assay Kit For Simple Western

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Bio-Techne Corporation (NASDAQ: TECH) launched the SARS-CoV-2 Multi-Antigen Serology Module for its Simple Western automated systems. This new assay detects human IgG antibodies against five SARS-CoV-2 antigens within three hours, processing up to 23 samples simultaneously. The module promises to enhance COVID-19 research by providing a detailed view of immune responses, offering quicker, reproducible results compared to traditional methods. Bio-Techne emphasizes its commitment to supporting vaccine developers and researchers with this advanced technology.

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• Launch of the SARS-CoV-2 Multi-Antigen Serology Module enhances COVID-19 research capabilities.
• The assay processes 23 samples in just three hours, significantly improving efficiency.
• High specificity and correlation with ELISA tests indicate robust performance of the new assay.

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MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Bio-Techne Corporation (NASDAQ: TECH) today announced that ProteinSimple, a Bio-Techne brand, released its SARS-CoV-2 Multi-Antigen Serology Module for Jess and Wes Simple Western automated western blotting systems.  The SARS-CoV-2 multi-antigen assay for Simple Western offers quantitative characterization of patient serum or plasma derived human IgG antibodies reactive against recombinant Nucleocapsid protein (N), S1 receptor binding domain protein (RBD), S1 subunit full length, S2 subunit full length, and Spike (S1+S2) viral antigens within one 3-hour run.

ProteinSimple's Simple Western systems are automated, hands-free western blotting platforms that can be used for antigen-down serology assays for SARS-CoV-2.  The Simple Western serology assay moves beyond 1- or 2-antigen serology assays to measure serum or plasma antibodies reactive against five SARS-CoV-2 antigens simultaneously, providing information-rich views into antibody binding profiles across patients and over the time course of the infection. The SARS-CoV-2 multi-antigen serology assay runs on Jess and Wes systems, enabling the processing of 23 patient samples in 3 hours.  This approach has promise as a tool to rapidly characterize patient immune response and as an orthogonal confirmatory test to validate results derived from lateral flow, ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) or other immunoassay serology techniques.

"We are excited about the multi-antigen views this serology assay provides COVID-19 researchers and vaccine developers, while promising to speed up time to data," commented Bob Gavin, Sr. Vice President of Bio-Techne's, Analytical Solutions Division.  "It leverages Simple Western strengths of minimal set-up time, hands-free operation, and fully analyzed results in 3 hours."

Traditional Western blots have many drawbacks in a fast-moving research or clinical setting including being slow, labor intensive and lacking reproducibility. Simple Western systems overcome the drawbacks of traditional western blots by providing automation, rapid time to quantitative results, and reproducibility.  The SARS-CoV-2 multi-antigen serology assay demonstrates high specificity and correlates well with ELISA. 

"The new SARS-CoV-2 Multi-Antigen Serology Module is a powerful advancement in the fight against COVID-19," stated Dave Eansor, President of Bio-Techne's Protein Sciences Segment. "At Bio-Techne, we are committed to arming COVID-19 vaccine developers and scientists researching the SARS-CoV-2 immune response with cutting edge technology including the new Simple Western serology assay and Kantaro SeroIndex RUO ELISA kit."

The SARS-CoV-2 Multi-Antigen Serology Module for Jess / Wes from Bio-Techne is intended for research use only. To learn more, visit: https://www.proteinsimple.com/sars-cov-2-multi-antigen-serology-module.html

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FAQ

What does the new SARS-CoV-2 Multi-Antigen Serology Module do?

It detects human IgG antibodies reactive against five SARS-CoV-2 antigens in 23 patient samples within three hours.

When was the SARS-CoV-2 Multi-Antigen Serology Module released?

It was announced on October 19, 2020.

What are the benefits of the Simple Western systems for the SARS-CoV-2 assay?

They provide hands-free operation, rapid results, and improved reproducibility compared to traditional methods.

How does the new assay relate to COVID-19 vaccine development?

It offers valuable insights into patient immune responses, aiding researchers and vaccine developers.

Is the SARS-CoV-2 Multi-Antigen Serology Module approved for clinical use?

The module is intended for research use only.